Word: OVERSTATEMENT
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Definition of OVERSTATEMENT
- An exaggeration; a statement in excess of what is reasonable.
"The story he gave was something of an overstatement of the facts."
- The tendency to overstate.
"She had a knack for overstatement."
Source: Definitions compiled dynamically via Free Dictionary API.
๐ Word Pattern Notes
Likely derived from Middle English via Old French, utilizing the Latin noun-forming suffix "-mentum" denoting result or instrument.
๐ฃ๏ธ Example Sentences
- โข "During the final turn of the Scrabble tournament, he played "overstatement" to secure the victory."
- โข "Please ensure you spell "overstatement" correctly when adding it to your game sheet."
๐ก Interesting Word Trivia & Facts
This word provides solid placement flexibility, making it a reliable option for typical game situations.
๐ฏ Scrabble Board Placement & Usage Tips
This is a 7+ letter word. Use it as a Bingo candidate if you have the space on the board for a +50 point bonus.
Dictionary Validity
| Dictionary Lexicon | Status | Base Value |
|---|---|---|
| TWL (US/Canada Scrabble) | โ Valid | 18 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 18 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 21 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is OVERSTATEMENT a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is OVERSTATEMENT worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in OVERSTATEMENT? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing OVERSTATEMENT:
- # the overstatement effect
- # master of overstatement
- # playing with overstatement
- # in terms of overstatement
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